Major Volcanoes

There are many geologically active volcanoes along the Canadian Cordillera in British Columbia and the Yukon. Recurrent earthquakes below our feet and gigantic mountain ranges rising majestically upward remind us that this part of Canada is geologically active. The possibility of an eruption, even a large explosive one, cannot be ruled out. The map shows the major volcanoes and areas with significant accumulation of volcanic ash.

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Additional Info

Field Value
Last Updated January 16, 2026, 20:49 (UTC)
Created January 16, 2026, 20:49 (UTC)
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geographic_scope Canada
sensitivity_level Faible
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year_start 2016-09-25 15:10:16.299000